Apprentice Accounts / Finance Assistant Douch Family Funeral Directors

Applying to Douch Family Funeral Directors as an apprentice Accounts/Finance Assistant to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment, develop essential financial skills, and contribute to a reputable family business with a strong community focus, offering growth opportunities and professional development.

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Closing date: 26 Jul 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,984.00 to £17,846.40

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 09:00am to 4:00pm, with 1 day a week at college. 1 hour for lunch.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    02 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    4 days ago

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000259587

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Providing administrative support to the Accounts Office assisting the Accounts Office Manager
  • Process and recording invoices, following up any discrepancies with suppliers and clients
  • Inputting financial data into accounting software

 

The training you will be getting

  • Level 2 Accounts/Finance Qualification
  • On-the-job training as well as a day at college once a week
  • The training will be one day a week at BPC

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Further qualifications to do the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9 to 5) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9 to 5) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Business Studies (Grade 9 to 5) Desired

About the employer

We are a family owned funeral director business with seven branches across Dorset. The apprentice will be working at our Head Office administrative branch.

Employer

Douch Family Funeral Directors

Address

7 LEIGH ROAD

WIMBORNE

BH21 1AB

Contact

Hayley Gaunt

hayley@fcdouch.co.uk

01202882936

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Training

Training provider

BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE, THE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Accounts or finance assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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